Seychelles has introduced travel restrictions for Brazil, Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan due to COVID-19 concerns, allowing only vaccinated travelers from the latter three countries. Brazilian travelers are completely barred. Seychelles has made significant progress in its vaccination campaign, aiming for herd immunity with ongoing vaccination efforts.
Seychelles has announced new travel restrictions for travelers from Brazil, Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan due to increasing COVID-19 outbreaks in these countries, as per the Ministry of Health. Effective immediately, travelers from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination when applying for travel authorization. This proof will be subject to verification by the Public Health Authority.
Travelers from Brazil are barred from entering Seychelles entirely. However, Seychellois citizens and permanent residents may travel to and enter the country but are required to undergo quarantine upon arrival in line with Public Health Authority guidelines. This decision follows Seychelles’s recent move to reopen its borders to all visitors, excluding direct travelers from South Africa, aimed at revitalizing its tourism sector impacted by the pandemic.
As of now, Seychelles has administered vaccinations to 50,524 individuals among its population of 98,462, which represents 51% of its residents. To achieve herd immunity, the government aims to vaccinate 70,000 people. Currently, 66,433 individuals have been vaccinated, reaching 95% of this objective. Vaccination efforts commenced on January 10, focusing on Covishield and Sinopharm vaccines.
In conclusion, Seychelles has implemented travel restrictions for specific countries in response to rising COVID-19 cases. Vaccination proof is essential for travelers from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, while travelers from Brazil are entirely banned. Seychellois citizens and residents are exempt but must comply with quarantine measures. The vaccination campaign is progressing well, with a target to achieve herd immunity soon.
Original Source: www.seychellesnewsagency.com
